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08.10.2026 24:00 Uhr
Anthropic Says Users Can't Be Needlessly Cruel to Claude
Anthropic today updated its usage policy (via The Verge) to bar users from subjecting Claude to "sustained and needless abusive or cruel behavior."
Anthropic says the abuse rule is meant to apply only in extreme cases, where users "repeatedly act cruelly" toward the AI models with "no discernible purpose." The rule does not apply to ordinary user frustration, pushback, dark creative themes, or model testing and research.
Claude models are already able to end such conversations with persistently abusive users, and ending the conversation will continue to be the main enforcement tool. When Claude ends a chat, no further messages can be sent in that conversation, but other chats are not affected.
Anthropic initially gave Claude the option to end a conversation in August 2025 while researching AI welfare. At the time, Anthropic said it was unsure whether Claude has moral status, but the company wanted low-cost ways to reduce risks to Claude. Anthropic found that Claude Opus 4 had a "robust and consiste
08.10.2026 23:54 Uhr, Macrumors,
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08.10.2026 23:00 Uhr
Milliarden-Deal: Globalfoundries fertigt bald Interposer für TSMC
In einem 2 Milliarden US-Dollar schweren Deal hat sich der Auftragsfertiger Globalfoundries einen Fünf-Jahres-Auftrag von einem weitaus größeren Wettbewerber gesichert. Mit TSMC wird der weltgrößte Auftragsfertiger für Halbleiterchips künftig Interposer von Globalfoundries erhalten, um diese für sein CoWoS-Packaging zu nutzen.
08.10.2026 22:36 Uhr, ComputerBase,
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Apple to Launch Touchscreen OLED MacBook Pro and OLED iPad mini on October 27
Apple will introduce new OLED touchscreen MacBook Pro models and an OLED iPad mini "on or around" Tuesday, October 27, reports Bloomberg. The launch will also include an M6 14-inch MacBook Pro and an M6 iMac.
The October 27 follows Apple's October 13 debut of a new smart home hub, a revamped Apple TV 4K, and a refreshed HomePod mini. Earlier this month, MacRumors reported that Apple would do two rounds of product launches during October.
Bloomberg says both the October 13 and October 27 product launches will include "an online video presentation" as well as a hands-on experience for members of the media.
Apple has been working on an OLED MacBook for several years now, and while some rumors indicated it could be named the MacBook Ultra, Bloomberg suggests the 14-inch and 16-inch notebooks will be in the MacBook Pro family. The devices will be thinner and lighter than current MacBook Pro models and they will have OLED displays, touchscreen capabilities, and a Dynamic Island.
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08.10.2026 22:36 Uhr, Macrumors,
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Apple Now Pushing iPhone Users Still on iOS 26 to Install iOS 27
Starting today, iPhone users still running iOS 26 will see iOS 27.0.1 as the prominent software update in the Settings app under General → Software Update, with iOS 26.7.1 now relegated to a smaller "Also Available" section at the bottom.
iOS 27 was released on September 14, but until now that update and later iOS 27.0.1 were shown under the "Also Available" section, with iOS 26.7 and later iOS 26.7.1 shown in the prominent position. By reversing the order of these updates today, Apple is now more actively encouraging iPhone users who are still on iOS 26 to install iOS 27.
Apple is not forcing iPhone users to install iOS 27, but installing iOS 26.7.1 is recommended in order to receive the latest security fixes.
Apple has yet to share iOS 27 adoption numbers.Related Roundups: iOS 26, iPadOS 26, iOS 27, iPadOS 27Related Forums: iOS 26, iOS 27This article, "Apple Now Pushing iPhone Users Still on iOS 26 to Install iOS 27" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
08.10.2026 22:27 Uhr, Macrumors,
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Touchscreen MacBook Pro & OLED iPad mini coming at October 27 Apple event
A new rumor sets the exact date and products we can expect for Apple to reveal in late October, which includes the long-awaited touchscreen MacBook Pro.New MacBook Pro models are expected at a late October eventA previous rumor already set the table for a second October event in the last week of the month. All bets are on M6 Macs and the new iPad mini, but the latest rumor is a little more definitive.According to a report from Bloomberg, Apple will announce the touchscreen MacBook Pro and the iPad mini with OLED on October 27. It's a date that lines up with previous fall Apple Events, like the "Scary Fast" event that brought us the M3 iMac. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
08.10.2026 22:18 Uhr, AppleInsider,
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08.10.2026 22:00 Uhr
Tim Cook has no intention of interfering with the John Ternus era
Apple Executive Chairman Tim Cook has no intention of meddling with John Ternus' work as CEO, but he does want to lighten his load by taking on responsibilities with interacting with global governments.Tim Cook shines the spotlight on the Ternus transitionApple's new Executive Chairman Tim Cook has been busy with worldwide policy, leaving CEO John Ternus with the day-to-day decision-making at the company. In a recent interview, he said they both have an "incredible level of trust in each other."According to The Independent, Apple wanted to provide a transition so good it would become the textbook example. The interview took place just before the King showed up to Apple Music Hall for an event. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
08.10.2026 21:54 Uhr, AppleInsider,
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Apple Cash Adding New Verification for Top-Offs
Identity verification will be added to Apple Cash soon when you are adding cash. Emails have been sent to users to let them know that starting on the 9th of November, verification will be required by Green Dot Bank when topping off their cards for Apple Card. When sending, receiving, or adding cash amounting to […]
08.10.2026 21:36 Uhr, iPodlounge,
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The AirPods Max 2 is $120 Off
The next-generation AirPods Max features 1.5x stronger Active Noise Cancellation compared to the previous model, allowing you to immerse yourself in the moment during workouts, movies, and games. Personalized Spatial Audio and Dynamic Head Tracking place sound all around you. The AirPods Max 2 is powered by an H2 chip offer high-quality audio with deep […]
08.10.2026 21:36 Uhr, iPodlounge,
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9to5 readers can score an exclusive 15% off all Nomad iPhone 18 Pro cases with this code
Any avid 9to5Toys reader already knows how much we love us some Nomad around here. The brand has been delivering some of the best iPhone cases anywhere for years, and the new iPhone 18 Pro collection is no exception. They are, however, not often discounted in the first few months of release, unless you have our exclusive Nomad promo code – use code 9TO5MAC at checkout to knock 15% off any of the brand’s new iPhone 18 Pro cases.
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08.10.2026 21:18 Uhr, 9to5Mac,
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9to5Mac Daily: October 8, 2026 – iPad mini rumors, iCloud+
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08.10.2026 21:18 Uhr, 9to5Mac,
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Apple Releases macOS Tahoe and Sequoia Update Candidates
Apple has released new software candidates for macOS Tahoe and macOS Sequoia. The updates aim to improve security, fix bugs, and strengthen performance across older Mac operating systems. On October 6, Apple introduced release candidates for macOS Tahoe 26.7.2 and macOS Sequoia 15.8.2. Both versions have entered the final testing stage before a possible public […]
08.10.2026 21:09 Uhr, The Unofficial Apple Weblog,
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Apple Has a New M&A Chief as Ternus Reshuffles Leadership
CEO John Ternus is making changes to Apple's leadership, reports Bloomberg. Apple veteran Steve Smith will take over mergers and acquisitions and corporate development, which was previously led by Adrian Perica. M&A is an important team at Apple, handling acquisitions and arrangements like the deal Apple had with OpenAI to add ChatGPT to Siri.
Perica will stay at Apple to oversee iCloud, Fitness+, and Apple News, which he has done since 2023, and will now report to App Store and services lead Eddy Cue. While Perica reported to Tim Cook in his M&A role, Smith will report to Apple CFO Kevan Parekh as M&A moves back to the finance division.
Carson Oliver is being promoted to vice president of the App Store, and he has been in charge of the App Store since Phil Schiller stepped down from his role as App Store chief in late August. Oliver is reporting to Cue, who is now overseeing the App Store and other services.
According to Bloomberg, Cue is assessing potential successors, and Per
08.10.2026 21:00 Uhr, Macrumors,
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08.10.2026 21:00 Uhr
James Corden and Ruth Jones Reunite for Apple TV’s The Choir
Apple TV has announced The Choir, a new comedy-drama starring James Corden and Ruth Jones. The eight-episode series will bring the popular creative duo together for another television project. The announcement marks their first collaboration since the finale of Gavin & Stacey. Moreover, both stars will help create the series while taking leading roles. The […]
08.10.2026 20:54 Uhr, The Unofficial Apple Weblog,
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There's a hidden upside to the rampocalypse for Apple
RAM prices are awful, and that hit the overall PC market to the tune of 20% fewer shipments in the last quarter versus 2025. But, according to IDC, it was less-bad for Apple than almost everybody else, with it seeing a full percentage point market share gain year-over year. Buckle up, prices are only going to get worse.IDC personal computing device tracker Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
08.10.2026 20:54 Uhr, AppleInsider,
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RainViewer: Wetter-App macht sich bereit für das iPhone Duo
Die beliebte Wetter-App RainViewer (App Store-Link) war auch bei uns im Blog schon mehrfach Thema, wenn es um Updates und neue Features der Anwendung ging. Mit der bevorstehenden Vorbestellung des neuen iPhone Duo ab dem 16. Oktober dieses Jahres will auch RainViewer zum Marktstart bereits dazugehören und ein entsprechend angepasstes Layout an das Display des […]
08.10.2026 20:27 Uhr, appgefahren.de,
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„Welcome Home“: Nächstes Apple-Event am 13. Oktober ist offiziell
Was schon seit Wochen durch die Gerüchteküche geistert, ist endlich Gewissheit: Am 13. Oktober stellt Apple neue Produkte aus dem Bereich Smart Home vor. Passend dazu trägt die Grafik den Slogan „Welcome home.“. Im Mittelpunkt dürften vernetzte Wohnzimmer-Gadgets stehen, unter anderem werden ein lange herbeigesehnter Smart-Home-Hub, ein frisches Apple TV 4K und ein überarbeiteter HomePod […]
08.10.2026 20:27 Uhr, appgefahren.de,
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Total War – SHOGUN 2 kehrt zurück: Complete Edition kommt 2027 auf den Mac
Für Mac-Spieler gibt es gute Nachrichten aus dem feudalen Japan: Total War: SHOGUN 2 – Complete Edition erscheint im ersten Quartal 2027 für macOS. Feral Interactive bringt damit eine überarbeitete Version von Creative Assemblys Strategieklassiker auf den Mac, die deutlich mehr bietet als nur ein Paket mit sämtlichen Erweiterungen. Zuvor startet die Complete Edition am […]
08.10.2026 20:27 Uhr, appgefahren.de,
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Prepare for Apple's New Home Hub With These HomeKit Accessory Deals
Apple's new smart home hub is coming next week, expected to allow users to control all of their HomeKit gadgets directly from its rumored 6-inch square display, or via Siri AI. In anticipation of the home hub launch, we've gathered some of the most notable (and discounted) HomeKit and Matter-enabled smart home devices below, all of which you'll be able to control via the home hub.
Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with some of these vendors. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running.
You can check out everything we know so far about the home hub, now rumored to be coming in four colors with an iMac G4-style design.
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Philips Hue
Hue Starter Kit, 1 Bridge + 2 60W A19 Bulbs - $69.99, down from $142.99
Philips Hue Calla Outdoor Pathway - $109.99, down from $149.99
Hue Go Table Lamp - $135.36, down from $179.99
60W A19 3-Pack Hue White and Color Ambiance - $134.99, down from $147.99
75W White 4-Pack Hue White and Color
08.10.2026 20:27 Uhr, Macrumors,
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Tim Cook Says He's 'Not Meddling' With Apple's New CEO John Ternus
In his new role as the executive chairman of Apple's board of directors, Tim Cook told The Independent's David Phelan that he is "not meddling" with Apple's new CEO John Ternus.
"First of all, John and I have an incredible level of trust in each other," said Cook. "The relationship must be based on trust, and the communication must be frequent and significant. But other than that, what I'm focused on right now is worldwide policy. And the interface with governments around the world matters because there are lots of things where we're trying to advance or advocate for change. There's a significant amount of work in that, and I'm doing that and helping John in any way he sees fit. I'm not meddling. I'm not a meddler."Tags: John Ternus, Tim CookThis article, "Tim Cook Says He's 'Not Meddling' With Apple's New CEO John Ternus" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
08.10.2026 20:18 Uhr, Macrumors,
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Tim Cook Explains Why He Stepped Down as Apple CEO Before iPhone Duo Launch
The Independent's David Phelan on Wednesday interviewed Apple's executive chairman Tim Cook at Apple's U.K. headquarters in the Battersea Power Station, and one of the topics they discussed was John Ternus taking over as Apple's CEO.
Ternus, who was previously Apple's hardware engineering chief, succeeded Cook as Apple's CEO on September 1. Cook said the transition "started years ago."
"It's been an interesting transition," said Cook. "We really set out to have the best transition ever, a textbook example that people could look back to and learn from. It actually started years ago. Obviously, these things are not quick things and I feel so great about how things are going. I think everything has gone sort of exactly the way I had envisioned it. And it feels fantastic. Because Apple deserved the best."
Cook said that he stepped down on September 1, just eight days before Ternus unveiled the iPhone Duo, in part to give Ternus some immediate momentum.
"I wanted John to have some wind at his back,"
08.10.2026 20:09 Uhr, Macrumors,
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Ternus shuffle: Apple names new mergers & acquisitions chief
In the latest executive overhaul, Adrian Perica is getting his merger and acquisition responsibilities offloaded to long-time lieutenant Steve Smith.Apple ParkA new CEO takes over, and roles shift. It's effectively a fact of American business. The latest shuffle is a slight reorganization, with mergers and acquisitions moving to a new person.According to a report on Thursday by Bloomberg, Steve Smith is Apple's new M&A head. Smith was formerly Apple's Senior Director of Corporate Development.Formerly, Adrian Perica held that responsibility, as part of his overall role which incorporates Services. Reportedly, Perica will just be focusing on iCloud, Fitness+, and News going forward. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
08.10.2026 20:00 Uhr, AppleInsider,
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08.10.2026 20:00 Uhr
CB-Funk-Podcast #187: Endlich KI-Agenten in Windows 11 – oder?!
Microsoft baut Windows 11 zum „agentischen Betriebssystem“ aus. Was das bedeutet, wer von lokaler KI-Ausführung profitieren könnte und wie das mit ersten Notebooks mit Nvidia RTX Spark zusammenhängt, darüber diskutieren Fabian und Jan in dieser Woche. Und die Preise der ersten Spark-Systeme sind natürlich auch ein Thema.
08.10.2026 19:36 Uhr, ComputerBase,
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08.10.2026 19:00 Uhr
Apple Watch Series 12 und Ultra 4: Ernüchternde Reparierbarkeit im iFixit-Teardown
Die Reparaturspezialisten von iFixit haben die Apple Watch Series 12 und die Apple Watch Ultra 4 zerlegt. Das Ergebnis fällt für beide neuen Modelle ernüchternd aus: Mit jeweils nur 4 von 10 möglichen Punkten auf der Reparaturskala schneiden die Smartwatches schwach ab. Damit verharren beide Uhren auf dem niedrigen Niveau ihrer jeweiligen Vorgängergenerationen. Viel Klebstoff
08.10.2026 18:27 Uhr, apfelnews,
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What to expect from Apple's October 13 'Welcome home' releases
Apple is releasing more hardware on October 13, with big expectations surrounding its smart home lineup. Here's what you can anticipate Apple will unveil, and what it probably won't.John Ternus at Apple Park during an eventFor product launches, Apple is best known for its September special event, which is the venue for new iPhone models like the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone Duo. However, it often holds more events in the fall than just one.Regularly, it holds a second event in October or November, used to launch products that it didn't feel it could reveal alongside the iPhones. That is exactly the case for fall 2026. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
08.10.2026 18:27 Uhr, AppleInsider,
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Greg Jozwiak teases October 13 'welcome home'
Apple's Senior Vice President of Worldwide Marketing Greg Jozwiak has made it exquisitely clear that there is an Apple release happening on October 13. The 17-second video is two people making a needlepoint Apple Logo, teasing the date. Expect the HomePad, or whatever Apple is going to call it, and all of those home automation peripherals.Welcome home. October 13. pic.twitter.com/ChelGSDOTI— Greg Joswiak (@gregjoz) October 8, 2026 Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
08.10.2026 18:09 Uhr, AppleInsider,
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Apple Product Launch Announced for October 13: 'Welcome Home'
Apple today announced an upcoming product launch that will take place on Tuesday, October 13. We are expecting Apple's announcement to focus on new smart home products, including the long-rumored smart home hub, a new Apple TV 4K, and a refreshed HomePod mini.
The home hub is an all-new device that's like a cross between an iPad and a HomePod. It's rumored to have a 6-inch square display, and it's designed as a multi-person device to control smart home products, place FaceTime calls, watch videos, get news and weather information, stay up to date on calendar events, and more. It will integrate with Siri AI, and voice will be the main method of interaction.
Apple envisions people installing a hub in multiple rooms in the house. There will be a version meant to be mounted on the wall and a version with a half-dome speaker base, similar in design to the iMac G4. A camera and a presence sensor will detect when a person is in the room, and the device will be able to tell who it is to show a customized inte
08.10.2026 18:09 Uhr, Macrumors,
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Apple kündigt Presse-Event für den 13. Oktober an: Welcome Home
Die Gerüchte der vergangenen Tage haben sich bestätigt: Apple hat offiziell zu einer Veranstaltung am Dienstag, den 13. Oktober eingeladen. Das Event beginnt um 16 Uhr deutscher Zeit und findet in New York statt. Die Einladung steht unter dem Motto "Welcome Home" – und Apple dürfte seine lange erwartete Smart-Home-Offensive starten. Damit bestätigt sich auch eine Vorhersage von Bloomberg-Redakt
08.10.2026 18:09 Uhr, MacTechNews,
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Mac mini M6, M5 Pro deals from $779 are still going strong
Prime Big Deal Days offers have been extended on Apple's latest Mac mini, with the 2026 desktop marked down to as low as $779.99.Save up to $150 on Apple's 2026 Mac mini.The best online deals we've seen on Apple's new Mac mini are still in effect after Prime Big Deal Days, with prices starting at $779.99. Even the retail M5 Pro configuration is $150 off, bringing the price down to $1,549.Buy 2026 Mac mini from $779.99 Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
08.10.2026 18:00 Uhr, AppleInsider,
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Direkter Angriff auf das MacBook Pro: Microsoft präsentiert Surface Laptop Ultra
Wenn Branchenexperten und Leaker richtig liegen, stellt Apple in der letzten Oktoberwoche mit dem MacBook „Ultra“ das erste hauseigene Notebook mit OLED-Display und Touch-Bedienung vor (siehe ). In Sachen performanter tragbarer Premium-Rechner tut sich allerdings auch außerhalb des Apple-Universums etwas. Microsoft etwa gab jetzt die genauen Spezifikationen sowie den Preis des vor einiger Zeit
08.10.2026 18:00 Uhr, MacTechNews,
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08.10.2026 18:00 Uhr
Deals: AirPods Pro 3/Max 2, all-time lows on M6 Mac mini, Apple Watch Series 12, 18 Pro cases, more
Welcome to your 9to5Toys Lunch Break Prime Day Hangover Edition. While the big fall Prime sale is over, the Apple deals are flying still and you’ll find the best of them here today. One of the best deals to date on AirPods Pro 3 is still live alongside AirPods Max 2 at $120 off and the all-time lows on the M6 Mac mini at $150 off. You’ll also find the new Apple Watch Series 12 configs still sitting at all-time lows, $200 price drops on M5 MacBook Air models, and the ongoing all-time lows on Apple’s iPhone 18 Pro cases. All of that and more awaits below.
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08.10.2026 17:45 Uhr, 9to5Mac,
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Apple TV turns to Australia, acquires 'Dustfall' crime drama
Following its rare acquisition of a hit BBC comedy, Apple TV has now bought the six-part crime mini-series "Dustfall" from Australia's ABC network.Anna Torv starring in "Dustfall" - image credit: Apple TV.Broadcasters at least used to all have acquisitions departments, and they are the ones who've bought US shows to worldwide audiences. US networks only more rarely acquired overseas shows, and Apple TV appeared to never quite do it, until now.Apple TV has made deals before so that the BBC, for instance, made "Trying" for Apple first before getting to screen it later. Then in 2020 Apple took over production of the existing Israeli spy thriller, "Tehran," and commissioned two further seasons. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
08.10.2026 17:45 Uhr, AppleInsider,
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AMD: FSR4 für APUs noch bis Ende des Jahres
Auf einem Meeting mit Medienvertretern aus Südkorea hat sich AMDs Chef der Grafiksparte, Jack Huynh, zum weiteren Vorgehen mit FSR4 geäußert. Demnach soll die bisher nur bei Desktop-Grafikkarten genutzte Upscaling-Technik noch bis zum Jahresende auf APUs, Notebooks und Handhelds Einzug halten.
08.10.2026 17:36 Uhr, ComputerBase,
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08.10.2026 17:00 Uhr
Knuff: Diese neue App will mit einem Klick zeigen, wer gerade okay ist
Manchmal denkt man im Alltag an eine Kollegin, die Oma oder den Kumpel und stellt sich die Frage „Ist bei allen alles okay?“ Das Münchner Entwicklerstudio equinux startet zur Beantwortung dieser Frage mit Knuff eine soziale Check-in-App für Familien, Freundeskreise und andere private Gruppen. Statt jedes Mal anzurufen oder eine Nachricht in den Gruppenchat zu […]
08.10.2026 16:54 Uhr, appgefahren.de,
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Kleinanzeigen: Gratis DHL-Versand mit PayPal
Den Gedanken von Kleinanzeigen finde ich genial, denn so lassen sich Produkte und Waren im Handumdrehen verkaufen, die man selbst nicht mehr benötigt. Getrübt wird der Spaß allerdings durch zahlreiche Käuferinnen und Käufer, die nicht einmal eine Begrüßung in ihr Smartphone eintippen können oder einfach nur dreiste Angebote machen, die bodenlos frech sind. Falls ihr […]
08.10.2026 16:54 Uhr, appgefahren.de,
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Prime Day deals extended: $179 AirPods Pro 3, $349 Apple Watch Series 12, $779 M6 Mac mini
Amazon has extended several popular Apple deals after this week's Prime Big Deal Days event. Grab AirPods Pro 3 for $179, save $200 on M5 MacBook Airs, and score a new Apple Watch Series 12 for $349.99.Save up to $562 on Apple products after Prime Big Deal Days - Image credit: AppleOctober Prime Day may have ended, but aggressive deals on Apple hardware have been extended, including price cuts on the new Apple Watch Series 12, M6 Mac mini, and more. Plus snap up MacBook markdowns of up to $562 off.Shop Apple deals Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
08.10.2026 16:54 Uhr, AppleInsider,
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Amazon Unveils New iPad Rivals With Alexa+ and Google Play
Amazon today announced a new lineup of Alexa Tablets, introducing three aluminum tablets with Google Play access, integrated Alexa+, and prices starting at $229.99 to compete with Apple's iPad lineup.
The new tablets run Android, moving away from Amazon's Fire OS and its separate app store. Google Play support brings access to apps such as YouTube, Gmail, and Google Docs, addressing a longstanding limitation of Amazon's tablets.
The flagship Alexa Tablet 12 Pro starts at $499.99 with 8GB of RAM and 128GB of storage, aiming to rival the iPad Pro at a significantly lower price point. It features a MediaTek Dimensity 8400 chip, a 12-inch display with an adaptive refresh rate of up to 120Hz and a 3:2 aspect ratio, a 6.5mm-thick aluminum body, Wi-Fi 6E, and quad Dolby Atmos speakers. Amazon claims that the device has up to 16 hours of video playback.
A $549.99 version adds a "Nanomatte" display, using precision-etched glass developed with Corning to reduce glare. Higher configurations offer up to 16GB o
08.10.2026 16:54 Uhr, Macrumors,
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'The storytelling genius of Steve Jobs'
This video is mostly a blast from the past for most of us. The Art of Storytelling YouTube channel posted it a few days ago, looking back at how Jobs build the story around product releases, and kept doing it for his entire life. It's worth 20 minutes of your time today. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
08.10.2026 16:45 Uhr, AppleInsider,
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Missed Prime Day? You Can Still Score Big on Apple Devices Today
Amazon's Prime Big Deal Days event has ended, but the Apple deals have kept rolling into today, with the year's best prices still available on AirPods Pro 3, Apple Watch Series 12, and more.
Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with Amazon. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running.
AirPods
Some of the best overall discounts this Prime Day were on AirPods, and you can still get the AirPods Pro 3 for the record low price of $179.00, down from $249.00. We haven't seen a deal this good since over the summer, during the first Prime Day event in June.
$70 OFFAirPods Pro 3 for $179.00
$120 OFFAirPods Max 2 for $429.00
Apple Watch
For the Apple Watch Series 12, you can get the 42mm GPS model for $349.99 and the 46mm GPS model for $399.99, both of which are $49 discounts and new all-time low prices. Both of these models have two colors available at these all-time low prices, and you'll find a few cellular options on sale as well
08.10.2026 16:36 Uhr, Macrumors,
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Apple's Cheapest 16-Inch MacBook Pro Just Got a Massive $563 Discount on Amazon
Apple's entry-level 16-inch MacBook Pro has received a massive discount today on Amazon, coming in at $563 off its new price. This is the 18-Core M5 Pro 16-inch MacBook Pro with 24GB RAM and a 1TB SSD, available for $2,436.53, down from $2,999.00.
Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with some of these vendors. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running.
This is a $563 discount on the 16-inch MacBook Pro, and it beats the previous markdown we tracked during Prime Day this week by over $300. As of writing, it's only available in the Space Black option, and delivery times are slipping into November.
$563 OFF16-inch M5 Pro MacBook Pro (24GB/1TB) for $2,436.53
If you're on the hunt for more discounts, be sure to visit our Apple Deals roundup where we recap the best Apple-related bargains of the past week.
Deals Newsletter
Interested in hearing more about the best deals you can find as we head into the holidays? You can sig
08.10.2026 16:27 Uhr, Macrumors,
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Apple's M5 Pro 16-inch MacBook Pro plunges to $2,437 in post-Prime Day sale
A deeper discount on Apple's standard M5 Pro MacBook 16-inch has launched at Amazon after Prime Big Deal Days, saving shoppers $562.Save $562 on Apple's M5 Pro 16-inch MacBook Pro - Image credit: AppleThe lowest price in 30 days has taken effect on Apple's current M5 Pro 16-inch MacBook Pro, bringing the Space Black model down to $2,436.53. The $562 online discount is the steepest available across retailers per our 16-inch MacBook Pro Price Guide, but delivery dates are already slipping.Save $562 on 16" MacBook Pro Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
08.10.2026 16:18 Uhr, AppleInsider,
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iPad has competition from Amazon's new Alexa tablets
Amazon is taking on Apple's iPad lineup with three new Alexa tablets that pack larger displays, built-in AI features, and prices starting at just $229.99.Lineup of Alexa tabletsThe Alexa Tablet 8, Alexa Tablet 11, and Alexa Tablet 12 Pro feature aluminum bodies, upgraded displays, and built-in Alexa+ integration. Preorders opened October 8, with shipping scheduled to begin October 14.Amazon's new tablets also replace the Fire OS software used on existing Fire tablets with Android and full Google Play Store access.Customers can download popular apps such as YouTube, Netflix, Gmail, and Google Docs directly from Google's store. They won't need the workarounds previously required to install those apps on Fire tablets. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
08.10.2026 16:18 Uhr, AppleInsider,
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Prosser's lawyers try arguing that iOS 26 isn't a trade secret anymore
YouTuber Jon Prosser has stepped up his battle against Apple's lawsuit against him, in part by claiming he can't be accused of trade secret theft over iOS 26 now that it has long been released.Jon Prosser in a still from one of his Front Page Tech videos — image credit: ProsserIt's now more than a year since Apple filed suit against Jon Prosser for allegedly obtaining trade secrets concerning what would become iOS 26. The delay has been down to Prosser missing court deadlines and then Apple agreeing to an extension following the birth of his new child.Now, however, Apple, Prosser, and his colleague Michael Ramacciotti, have jointly filed an update about the case to the court. And Prosser is using the delay to note that iOS 26 has been released publicly, so nothing he showed is a trade secret anymore. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
08.10.2026 16:09 Uhr, AppleInsider,
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08.10.2026 16:00 Uhr
The Magic Mouse is 17 years old, it's time Apple fixed it
The Magic Mouse will be 17 years old on October 20, 2026. It's beyond time Apple turned it from a curiosity into something that Mac owners actually want to use.Since 2015, you've charged the Magic Mouse through a port on its baseApple officially unveiled the original Magic Mouse on October 20, 2009. It would ship with all iMacs, but existing Mac owners could buy one for $69.At the time, Apple made a big thing about it being "the world's first multi-touch mouse," and it was right to. Remember, this was just two years after the iPhone introduced multi-touch to the world. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
08.10.2026 15:45 Uhr, AppleInsider,
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Apple Still Expected to Announce Three New Products on October 13
On his Power On podcast today, Bloomberg's Mark Gurman insisted that Apple plans to hold an "online home event" on Tuesday, October 13 to introduce an all-new smart home hub, a new HomePod mini, and a new Apple TV 4K, all with Siri AI.
It is not clear if Gurman is referring to a feature-length, live-streamed event video, or merely a series of press releases on the Apple Newsroom website accompanied by per-product YouTube videos. Either way, selected reporters and content creators would likely receive hands-on time with the devices later on Tuesday.Related Roundups: Apple TV, HomePod miniTags: Mark Gurman, Power On PodcastBuyer's Guide: Apple TV (Don't Buy), HomePod Mini (Don't Buy)Related Forums: Apple TV and Home Theater, HomePod, HomeKit, CarPlay, Home & Auto TechnologyThis article, "Apple Still Expected to Announce Three New Products on October 13" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
08.10.2026 15:45 Uhr, Macrumors,
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PoseKit – 3D-Modelle für Screenshots aus neuen Perspektiven
Wie viele Mockup–Apps für gerahmte Screenshots kann man besitzen? Die Antwort lautet wie immer: „Ja.“ PoseKit ist eine Geschwister-App von ByePhotos und befreit eure Bildschirmfotos aus ihrer immer gleichen Frontalperspektive. Sogar kurze Kamerafahrten sind im 6-Euro-Einmalpreis inbegriffen. Eine optionale Objektivunschärfe rückt Details in den Fokus, die man explizit, aber unaufdringlich hervorheben will. Ich bin ein…
08.10.2026 15:18 Uhr, iPhoneBlog.de,
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'The Elder Scrolls Online' going Apple Silicon native, finally
In a brief post on Steam, ESO's Game Director, Nick Giacomini, said that performance optimizations and a Universal Binary of the game will arrive in Summer 2027. The first Mac release for the title was in April 2014, and the first Apple Silicon Macs shipped in 2020.Along with the update, some older Intel Macs will get left behind, unfortunately. It's not clear where that line is, yet.News post on Steam Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
08.10.2026 15:00 Uhr, AppleInsider,
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iPad mini 8: Neuer Leak zum OLED-Display von Apples kommendem Kompakt-Tablet
Wenn es um die Geräte geht, welche Apple aller Voraussicht nach in diesem Monat vorstellt, haben Branchenexperten vor allem das MacBook „Ultra“ mit OLED-Display und Touch-Bedienung im Blick (siehe ). Auf großes Interesse stoßen auch die allgemein erwarteten Home-Devices, allen voran die unter den Bezeichnungen „HomePad“ und „HomeHub“ gehandelte Smart-Home-Zentrale mit Display sowie gemeinsam vo
08.10.2026 15:00 Uhr, MacTechNews,
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08.10.2026 15:00 Uhr
Leaker Jon Prosser Pushes Back as Apple Seeks His YouTube Data
Jon Prosser is arguing that Apple's alleged trade secrets are now public, while the company seeks his YouTube revenue records, channel analytics, and third-party messages to investigate his alleged financial gain from leaks about iOS 26.
In a new joint status report filed yesterday, Apple said it is still waiting for YouTube revenue reports, channel analytics, and third-party communications requested from Prosser more than three months ago. The materials concern his alleged financial gain and how Apple's confidential information was obtained and shared, continuing the discovery dispute detailed in August.
Prosser's lawyer says he has already fulfilled the discovery obligations agreed to when the parties sought to set aside the default against him. He says Apple keeps requesting more documents each time records are produced.
His attorney also argues that Apple's identified trade secrets are now public following the release of iOS 26 and macOS 26, and questions whether some were ever secret given e
08.10.2026 14:54 Uhr, Macrumors,
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Perhaps obviously, iPhone Air 2 rumored to be significantly thinner than original
Fairly obviously, the iPhone Air 2 is expected to adopt much of the iPhone Duo engineering, making it thinner. What's less obvious, is that the battery is expected to be at least as good.iPhone Air 2 could be even thinner than the originalThat's according to a post on the Korean Naver blog by the familiar "yeux1122" account that has been responsible for multiple leaks in recent years.If accurate, this news means that the iPhone Air 2 will measure around 5.2mm thick, compared to the iPhone Air's 5.6mm measurement. Notably, the iPhone Duo comes in at the same 5.2mm when open. Rumor Score: Possible Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
08.10.2026 14:45 Uhr, AppleInsider,
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Companies aren't being forced to stop buying Macs because of Apple Intelligence
There's a repeated claim that since some organizations won't allow generative AI installations, they also won't buy new Macs because of macOS Golden Gate. So, we looked into the claim and talked to actual IT managers and buyers.Craig Federighi announces Apple IntelligenceHere's the thinking: Apple removed the setting for turning off Apple Intelligence, therefore you can't turn it off. Therefore, organizations that refuse to use AI cannot use macOS Golden Gate and Apple Intelligence, QED.Picture John Ternus with a sandwich halfway to his mouth, suddenly shocked as he realises Apple has prevented corporations buying hundreds of thousands of Macs. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
08.10.2026 14:36 Uhr, AppleInsider,
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Your iPhone can capture the Draconid meteor shower if you use the right tools
The iPhone is a surprisingly capable meteor-hunting camera, but it's definitely not a point-and-shoot sort of situation. Here's how to take excellent photos of tonight's Draconid meteor shower, satellites, and more.Image credit: Florian Seiffert / @ popipaan on XIt's October, which means those in the northern hemisphere are being treated to the annual Draconid meteor shower. If you've got an iPhone, you're pretty much ready to go take some stunning astrophotography shots yourself.Of course, it's not as simple as heading outside and pointing your iPhone at the sky, but you probably already knew that. Fortunately, we're here to help. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
08.10.2026 14:27 Uhr, AppleInsider,
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Bitchat und Airdrop: Wie vernetzen wir uns bei Internet-Shutdowns?
Menschen erfinden stets kreative Wege, um sich auch ohne Internet zu vernetzen und politischen Protest zu organisieren. In Indien setzten die Menschen zum Beispiel auf den Messenger Bitchat – bis vor kurzem. Unsere Kolumnistin ist begeistert von solcher Resilient Tech, kennt aber auch die Herausforderungen.
08.10.2026 14:00 Uhr, t3n,
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Apple und LG planen neue Smart-Home-Geräte von Türklingel bis Kamera
Apples Ambitionen im Smart-Home-Bereich nehmen offenbar konkrete Formen an. Einem aktuellen Bericht zufolge arbeitet der Konzern aus Cupertino eng mit LG zusammen, um ein umfangreiches Zubehör-Portfolio auf den Markt zu bringen. Die neuen Geräte sollen das geplante Home-Ökosystem passend zum Start eines neuen Hubs erweitern. Breite Zubehörlinie in Kooperation mit LG Wie Bloomberg berichtet, kooperieren
08.10.2026 13:54 Uhr, apfelnews,
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ChatGPT macht mit GPT-6 Antworten visuell ansprechender
Dass KI auch in die Irre führen kann, hat das Beispiel von Jean Phil gezeigt. Der virale Charakter hat auf Social Media mit nur sehr wenigen Videos einen Hype erschaffen und viele Nutzerinnen und Nutzer an der Nase herumgeführt. Denn: Jean Phil ist nicht echt, sondern KI-generiert. Auf beeindruckende Weise zeigt dieses Beispiel, wie gut […]
08.10.2026 13:45 Uhr, appgefahren.de,
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SideGlass: Neue Mac-App packt den digitalen Alltag an den Bildschirmrand
Um bei der Arbeit und in der Freizeit auf dem Mac alle wichtigen Termine, Aufgaben, Wetter und auch einen Music Player verfügbar zu haben, benötigt es oft gleich mehrere Anwendungen wie einen Kalender, die Apple Wetter-App, Apples Erinnerungen, Apple Music und mehr. Wäre es nicht praktisch, all die bedeutenden Informationen ganz einfach zusammengefasst in einer […]
08.10.2026 13:45 Uhr, appgefahren.de,
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SynthID-Detector: Google öffnet KI-Erkennungs-Tool für alle
KI-generierte Bilder, Videos und Audiodateien sind längst überall im Netz zu finden. Google will Nutzern und Nutzerinnen nun dabei helfen, solche Inhalte leichter zu erkennen. Dafür öffnet das Unternehmen seinen SynthID-Detector jetzt für alle. Das Tool basiert auf der bereits 2023 eingeführten SynthID-Technologie, die unsichtbare Wasserzeichen direkt in KI-generierte Medien integriert. Die Dimension ist beachtlich: […]
08.10.2026 13:45 Uhr, appgefahren.de,
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Touch-screen MacBook Pro may be lighter, but it won't be much thinner
Mark Gurman has walked back his own previous claims that the forthcoming OLED touch-screen MacBook Pro will feature a redesigned and thinner chassis.Apple's current MacBook Pro.A new MacBook Pro is now expected before the end of November 2026, and it has long been predicted to bring an OLED touch-screen display for the first time. At times, though, it's been expected to be thinner than the current models, but according to Bloomberg, that now isn't the case.Bloomberg's Mark Gurman has repeatedly been the source for claims of a thinner redesign, but he has taken to X to say this isn't the case. Rumor Score: Likely Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
08.10.2026 13:36 Uhr, AppleInsider,
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iPhone Air 2 Could Be as Thin as an Unfolded iPhone Duo
Apple's iPhone Air 2 will be approximately 0.4mm thinner than the current model despite having a higher-capacity battery, claims the account "yeux1122" on the Korean Naver blog. Apple lists the original iPhone Air at 5.6mm thick, so a 0.4mm reduction would put its successor at approximately 5.2mm, around 7% thinner. Interestingly, that would match the thickness of the new iPhone Duo when unfolded.
A previous rumor claimed the iPhone Air 2 will feature a 3,500mAh battery. That's up from the 3,149mAh battery in the current iPhone Air, indicating around an 11% increase in raw capacity. The next-generation device is expected to launch early next year alongside the iPhone 18e and the regular iPhone 18.Related Roundups: iPhone Air, iPhone DuoTag: NaverBuyer's Guide: iPhone Air (Neutral), iPhone Duo (Coming Soon)Related Forum: iPhoneThis article, "iPhone Air 2 Could Be as Thin as an Unfolded iPhone Duo" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
08.10.2026 13:27 Uhr, Macrumors,
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'Total War: Shogun 2 - Complete Edition' is coming to macOS
Total War: Shogun 2 - Complete Edition contains all DLC, including the Rise of the Samurai and Fall of the Samurai campaigns. It's also got some improvements, with a higher resolution that the original, more content, and so forth. It's expected to ship for Mac in the first quarter of 2027. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
08.10.2026 13:18 Uhr, AppleInsider,
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Leaker doubles down on new iPad mini not having ProMotion
A leaker with an average track record insists that the next iPad mini will have a 60Hz display, meaning it can't have the variable refresh rate that makes the device seem faster while helping battery life.The current iPad miniWhile rumors of an OLED iPad mini have been around since at least December 2024, most reports have predicted a launch by the end of 2026. A great many of those reports, though, have come from the same leaker, who is now also repeating their earlier claims about its display."Regarding the refresh rate of the Apple iPad mini OLED," leaker yeux1122 writes on Weibo. "There have been some mentions of 120Hz from overseas sources however, it has already been confirmed that the domestic production units use LTPS." Rumor Score: Likely Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
08.10.2026 13:00 Uhr, AppleInsider,
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Security Bite Podcast: We need to talk about the changes to Full Disk Access
9to5Mac Security Bite is exclusively brought to you by Mosyle, the only Apple Unified Platform. Making Apple devices work-ready and enterprise-safe is all we do. Our unique integrated approach to management and security combines state-of-the-art Apple-specific security solutions for fully automated Hardening & Compliance, Next Generation EDR, AI-powered Zero Trust, and exclusive Privilege Management with the most powerful and modern Apple MDM on the market. The result is a totally automated Apple Unified Platform currently trusted by over 45,000 organizations to make millions of Apple devices work-ready with no effort and at an affordable cost. Request your EXTENDED TRIAL today and understand why Mosyle is everything you need to work with Apple.
Last week Apple told developers it’s adding new controls to Full Disk Access on the Mac, the permission that lets an app read nearly everything on the user’s drive. Speculation on what exactly these changes will be have gone parabolic. So, in this solo epis
08.10.2026 12:18 Uhr, 9to5Mac,
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Mark Zuckerberg: Der opportunistische Trump-Kuschler
Er fällt nicht mit den radikalsten Sprüchen auf und bleibt bei Debatten oft in der zweiten Reihe. Und doch hat der Meta-Chef eine ganz besondere Nähe zu US-Präsident Trump aufgebaut. Eine Kolumne von Claudia Zettel (Tech-Bro-Watchblog, Soziales Netz)
08.10.2026 12:09 Uhr, golem,
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Apple Watch Series 12 & Ultra 4: Nutzer berichten von Hautreizungen
Apple stellte am 9. September, zusammen mit dem iPhone 18 Pro Max und iPhone Duo, auch eine neue Generation Uhren vor. Die Apple Watch Series 12 wie auch die Ultra 4 bringen einen neuen Prozessor in Form des S11 mit, welcher deutlich schneller und energieeffizienter ist. Ferner überarbeitete Apple auch die Sensorik auf der Rückseite des Gehäuses: Die neuen Modelle ermitteln nun alle fünf Sekund
08.10.2026 12:09 Uhr, MacTechNews,
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New iPad Mini Rumored to Have 60Hz OLED Display Ahead of Launch
Ahead of the expected imminent launch of the new iPad mini 8, word out of Asia suggests that the device will feature a 60Hz OLED display rather than a ProMotion 120Hz display.
The information comes courtesy of a hit-and-miss tipster running the account "yeux1122" on the Korean Naver blog. "There have been mentions of 120Hz in some overseas reports, but the domestic production quantity has already been confirmed to be LTPS at 60Hz," the tipster wrote. "That's it."
It's not the first time we've heard that OLED iPad mini won't share the same ProMotion display as the iPad Pro models. In July, the same leaker claimed they had been told by a source in Apple's supply chain that the unreleased iPad mini is equipped with a low-temperature polycrystalline silicon (LTPS) backplane hybrid OLED panel clocked at 60Hz.
Apple's iPad Pro models feature two-stack low-temperature polycrystalline oxide (LTPO) OLED panels, which makes the display capable of dynamically adjusting its refresh rate between 10Hz and 120
08.10.2026 11:18 Uhr, Macrumors,
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iFixit zerlegt die neue Apple Watch und ist nicht begeistert
Nachdem die Reparaturexperten von iFixit schon das iPhone 18 Pro und die AirPods 5 auseinandergenommen und bezüglich ihrer Reparierbarkeit bewertet haben, folgen jetzt die neuesten Modelle der Apple Watch. Sowohl die Apple Watch Series 12 als auch die Apple Watch Ultra 4 erhalten letztlich eine Bewertung von nur 4 Punkten. Warum das so ist, schlüsseln […]
08.10.2026 11:09 Uhr, appgefahren.de,
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3-Jahres-Test: Lohnt sich die 80 % Akku-Grenze?
Ich bin da offen und ehrlich: Ich lade mein iPhone immer dann, wenn es notwendig ist. Oftmals kabellos, manchmal auch per Kabel. Mir ist zwar bewusst, dass es Möglichkeiten gibt, den iPhone-Akku optimiert und schonend zu laden, doch darüber mache ich mir im Alltag nur selten Gedanken. Anders bei Juli Clover von MacRumors, die drei […]
08.10.2026 11:09 Uhr, appgefahren.de,
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Apples Smart Home Offensive umfasst noch mehr Hersteller
Es gibt zwar immer noch keine offizielle Ankündigung für ein Event, doch nächste Woche soll Apple neue Produkte vorstellen. Neben Verbesserungen für Apple TV und HomePod mini soll es auch das HomePad geben, ein Smart Home Display zur Steuerung von Geräten. Zudem scheint Apple sicherstellen zu wollen, dass es genug Zubehör gibt, das perfekt eingebunden […]
08.10.2026 11:09 Uhr, appgefahren.de,
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08.10.2026 11:00 Uhr
Gurman: OLED MacBook Pro Won't Be 'Significantly Thinner'
Bloomberg's Mark Gurman has walked back somewhat on his previous reporting that Apple's upcoming touchscreen OLED MacBook Pro will be thinner than current models. "I don't think it'll be significantly thinner in the end," he posted on X late Wednesday in reply to a question about the machine, which is expected to launch later this month.
In October 2025, Gurman reported that the OLED MacBook Pro models would have "thinner and lighter" frames. Then again in November 2025, he said the touchscreen models would have "a thinner chassis." Now it seems that they will only be "significantly lighter," per Gurman's October 2026 newsletter. It seems thinner and lighter do not necessarily go hand in hand.Related Roundup: MacBook ProTags: Mark Gurman, OLEDBuyer's Guide: MacBook Pro (Caution)Related Forum: MacBook ProThis article, "Gurman: OLED MacBook Pro Won't Be 'Significantly Thinner'" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
08.10.2026 10:36 Uhr, Macrumors,
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Tim Cook verkauft Apple-Aktien im Wert von fast 64 Millionen Dollar
Beim Apple-Chef besteht ein wesentlicher Teil des Gehalts aus dem Erhalt von Aktienanteilen am Unternehmen, die an das Erreichen vorher festgelegter Ziele gebunden sind. Steve Jobs bezog sogar nur einen symbolischen US-Dollar, hinzu kamen bei ihm nur aktienbasierte Vergütungen – und ein Privatjet. Ein solches Vergütungspaket hat Anfang des Monats auch Tim Cook versilbert und Apple-Anteile im We
08.10.2026 10:27 Uhr, MacTechNews,
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Magic Trackpad & Magic Mouse: Apple streicht Intel-Unterstützung
Apple bietet zwei externe Geräte zur Steuerung der Maus an: Die Magic Mouse wie auch das Magic Trackpad. Beide Eingabegeräte sind bereits seit sehr langer Zeit im Programm: Die Magic Mouse im aktuellen Design führte Apple im Oktober 2015 ein – und das Magic Trackpad zusammen mit dem iMac Pro im Jahr 2017. Am 28. Oktober 2024 überarbeitete Apple die Magic Mouse wie auch das Magic Trackpad leicht
08.10.2026 08:36 Uhr, MacTechNews,
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Tomb Raider wird zum Controller: 8BitDo feiert 30 Jahre Lara Croft
Zum 30. Geburtstag von Tomb Raider bringt der auch bei uns im Blog mittlerweile gut bekannte Gaming-Zubehör-Hersteller 8BitDo zwei passende Sondereditionen nach Europa. Der Ultimate 3 Controller for Xbox und das Pro 3 Bluetooth Gamepad greifen das Design der Kultserie auf und sollen ab dem 13. November 2026 erhältlich sein. Beide Modelle kombinieren den Retro-Charme […]
08.10.2026 08:09 Uhr, appgefahren.de,
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ADAC Drive 7.1.0: Spritpreis-Ampel und Tempo-Anzeige für CarPlay
Wenn jemand von euch demnächst eine längere Autofahrt plant, solltet ihr auch vorab einen Blick auf ADAC Drive (App Store-Link), einen möglicherweise passenden Kandidaten für euch, werfen. Auch ohne ADAC-Mitgliedschaft bietet die Universal-App für iPhone und iPad viele spannende Features, wie etwa eine Tankstellen-Übersicht inklusive Spritpreis-Historie, Ladestationen für Elektroautos in ganz Europa oder auch eine […]
08.10.2026 08:09 Uhr, appgefahren.de,
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Spotify: Hörbuch-Offensive geht in die nächste Runde
Spotify (App Store-Link) baut laut eigenen Angaben das eigene Hörbuchgeschäft massiv aus. Auf der Frankfurter Buchmesse kündigte der Streamingdienst an, die Premium Hörbuch Experience bis Ende 2026 von aktuell 22 auf mehr als 180 Märkte zu erweitern. Drei Jahre nach dem weltweiten Start umfasst der Katalog bereits mehr als 800.000 Hörbuchtitel. Gleichzeitig wächst die Nutzung […]
08.10.2026 08:09 Uhr, appgefahren.de,
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SynthID Detector: Googles KI-Detektor ist jetzt für alle zugänglich
Vor gut drei Jahren hatte Google mit SynthID ein System zur Kennzeichnung und Erkennung von mittels künstlicher Intelligenz erstellten Medien geschaffen. KI-generierte Inhalte werden darüber mit einem digitalen Wasserzeichen versehen und lassen sich daran erkennen. Jetzt hat Google den SynthID-Detektor für jedermann freigegeben.
08.10.2026 08:00 Uhr, ComputerBase,
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Fotos: Kommende Sicherheitskameras von LG und Apple
Gestern berichtete Bloomberg von einer Kooperation zwischen Apple und LG im Home-Bereich – und die Früchte der Zusammenarbeit sollen bereits in der kommenden Woche, genauer gesagt am 13. Oktober (Dienstag), präsentiert werden. Einem Bericht von Bloomberg nach sollen Sicherheitskameras, ein Thermostat, ein Temperatur- und Luftfeuchtigkeitsmesser, eine smarte Türklingel und ein Türschloss auf der
08.10.2026 07:18 Uhr, MacTechNews,
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How to import your old passwords into Apple Passwords
Apple Passwords is a secure and safe alternative for those seeking to escape 1Password's latest price hike. Here's what you need to know.Any password manager can import to Apple Passwords, so long as you have a Mac.The introduction of iOS 18 and macOS Seqouia has seen the old iCloud Keychain be rolled into the new Apple Passwords app, alongside a few other Apple password management features. If you already use a password manager outside of iCloud Keychain, you'll probably want to import your passwords if you intend on using Apple Passwords.Do note that Apple's Passwords app is really built for storing login passwords. It does not, as yet, store the items like credit card numbers, software serial numbers, or secure documents, that other password managers too. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
08.10.2026 05:00 Uhr, AppleInsider,
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08.10.2026 3:00 Uhr
Microsoft Launches $2,599 Surface Laptop Ultra to Take on MacBook Pro
Microsoft today announced launch timing and pricing for the Surface Laptop Ultra that it unveiled earlier this year.
The 15-inch Surface Laptop Ultra is priced starting at $2,599, undercutting Apple's $2,999 16-inch MacBook Pro, and it targets the same creator and developer market. Microsoft says it is built for "demanding creative, software development, AI, engineering, and 3D workloads."
Microsoft's new laptop uses an Nvidia RTX Spark chip, which includes an Nvidia Blackwell RTX GPU with up to 6,144 cores and an Nvidia Grace CPU with up to 20 cores. It supports up to 128GB of unified memory and has a new thermal architecture to support the hardware. The RTX Spark is an Arm-based chip, so the laptop runs Windows on Arm with x86 apps using Microsoft's Prism emulation.
According to Microsoft, the Surface Laptop Ultra is its most powerful notebook to date. It has the "brightest, sharpest, and most vivid display" Microsoft has used in a Surface device, with peak HDR brightness that's 25% higher than t
08.10.2026 02:54 Uhr, Macrumors,
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All of the best fall Prime Day deals: AirPods, Mac mini, MacBook, chargers, cases, more
Update: Amazon’s 2026 fall Prime Day sale is set to close up shop for good at midnight PT, get in there before the deals are gone for good.
The 2026 fall Prime Day sale is now soaring with millions of price drops, from one of the lowest price ever on AirPods Pro 3 and $120 off AirPods Max 2, right through to all-time lows on the brand new M6 Mac mini lineup at up to $150 off. Those offers also join the new Mac Studio at nearly $200 off and the M5 MacBook Air lineup at the lowest prices in months with $200 off just about every config.
The new Apple Watch Series 12 lineup has landed at the lowest prices to date alongside nearly $100 off Ultra 4, as well the first deal on Apple’s brand new Magic Keyboard and its 2026 iPhone 18 Pro case collection as well. Head below for a closer look alongside deals on chargers, accessories, power stations, e-bikes, apparel, and more for fall Prime Day.
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08.10.2026 02:18 Uhr, 9to5Mac,
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Jackery HomePower 2000 Plus v2 review: keeping you prepared when the power goes out
After two power outages forced me to pitch a couple hundred dollars' worth of groceries in the trash, Jackery's HomePower 2000 Plus v2 gave me a way to keep my fridge running.Jackery HomePower 2000 Plus v2There's no shortage of climate catastrophe, power grid problems, or the never-ending onslaught of minor inconveniences. It seems like the moment you get settled in, that's when Murphy's Law rears its ugly head.I don't expect that this will change anytime soon. And in fact, I've learned this lesson, twice, in rapid succession. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
08.10.2026 02:18 Uhr, AppleInsider,
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08.10.2026 2:00 Uhr
Google's SynthID AI Detector is Now Available to Everyone
Google today said it is making its SynthID Detector available to everyone for identifying content created using AI.
SynthID Detector first rolled out to members of the media last year, and it is now available worldwide in English. SynthID Detector is a website that lets users upload a photo, video, or audio file to determine whether it has a SynthID watermark that identifies it as AI-generated. Google's tool cannot distinguish between AI-created and AI-edited media, and it requires signing in to use.
SynthID embeds digital watermarks into content created by AI. The watermarks are not visible to humans but can be detected with Google's website. SynthID Detector can identify media generated using AI from Google, OpenAI, Nvidia, and Kakao. Apple also plans to support SynthID later this year.
Google says its website is not a general AI detector and can only detect media that uses the SynthID technology. SynthID checks are already integrated into Search, Gemini, and Chrome for users who want an alternat
08.10.2026 01:45 Uhr, Macrumors,
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08.10.2026 1:00 Uhr
ChatGPT Gets GPT-6 and New Intelligent UI With Visual Answers
OpenAI today introduced Intelligent UI, a new feature that will let ChatGPT answer questions with "fully interactive user interfaces." OpenAI says everyday answers will be more visual, and the feature will make it easier for users to understand complicated topics.
ChatGPT responses will include graphics, tappable buttons, forms, charts, diagrams, and other interactive experiences. Sample comparisons between GPT–5.6 and GPT–6 on OpenAI's website show more visuals in responses, an interactive recipe widget that can automatically tweak quantities based on guest count, checklists, integrated maps, and multiple-choice follow-up questions to narrow down results.
ChatGPT can quickly create tools to complete tasks, like a bill splitter, small games, and a calculator. GPT–6 is also able to start answering while it's still thinking for quicker responses.
According to OpenAI, Intelligent UI uses a library of native, streamable components with a compiler that processes the interface as the model generates it.
08.10.2026 00:36 Uhr, Macrumors,
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